Hands-On Marine Propulsion Build Engineer

Saronic; Franklin (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Generous PTO & Holidays

Parental Leave

401(k) with company match

Stock Options

Life and Disability Insurance

Pet Insurance options

Free lunch and snacks

Job summary

Saronic Technologies, a leader in autonomous maritime systems, seeks a Mechanical Build Engineer to drive the design, integration, and commissioning of main propulsion and associated machinery for autonomous surface vessels. You will oversee engine installation, shaft alignment, fuel systems, gensets, and cooling, coordinating with design teams and shipyard operations.

You will apply CAD skills (SolidWorks/AutoCAD) and apply marine engineering standards to deliver reliable propulsion solutions

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marine Engineering or related field.
• Familiarity with ABS rules, ABYC standards, and US Coast Guard regulations.
• Solid background in propulsion, shafting, fuel, and marine machinery.
• Shipyard or marine propulsionExperience with gensets and seawater cooling systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist in design, analysis, and integration of main propulsion and fuel systems.
• Collaborate with engineering teams for CAD modeling and system optimization.
• Coordinate with production to resolve technical challenges during construction.
• Lead root-cause analysis and drive resolution via ECOs and IRBs.
• Oversee installation, alignment, and commissioning of engines, shafts, and gensets.
• Support integration of autonomous navigation and control systems.
• Participate in design reviews and provide technical input on architecture.
• Prepare and maintain drawings, specs, test procedures, and as-built records.
• Manage CAD models documenting as-built changes during ship construction.
• Ensure compliance with tolerances and regulator requirements during commissioning.

Skills

Propulsion systems

Shaft alignment

Fuel systems

Gensets & generators

Seawater cooling

Engineering coordination

P&IDs interpretation

Mechanical design principles

HVAC and piping knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marine Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Rhino

NX

Job description

Saronic Technologies, a leader in autonomous maritime systems, seeks a Mechanical Build Engineer to drive the design, integration, and commissioning of main propulsion and associated machinery for autonomous surface vessels. You will oversee engine installation, shaft alignment, fuel systems, gensets, and cooling, coordinating with design teams and shipyard operations.

You will apply CAD skills (SolidWorks/AutoCAD) and apply marine engineering standards to deliver reliable propulsion solutions